Cover: Stan Goldberg & Mike Esposito

Betty #50

Jun 1997 · Archie · 1.50 USD; 1.65 CAD

☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free

In "Baseball Business," Dilton Doiley’s latest invention takes a surprising turn when his fashion-scan program lets Betty try on virtual outfits—no mall crowds required. Written by George Gladir and brought to life with vibrant art by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito, and colors by Barry Grossman, this 1997 issue captures the charm of small-town life with a tech twist. The cover by Goldberg and Esposito perfectly captures the playful energy of the moment.

Contains 3 stories

Baseball Business

11 pp · Teen

SallyMr. Riley

In "Baseball Business," Betty finds herself at odds with a group of overzealous parents when her focus on her players' confidence and well-being clashes with their obsession with winning. The story captures the tension between nurturing young athletes and the pressure to succeed, all within the quiet intensity of a Little League season.

Hi-Tech Selection

6 pp · Teen

In "Hi-Tech Selection," Dilton devises a clever computer program that lets Betty virtually try on the latest fashions by superimposing images onto her model form—no crowded stores required. With a mix of tech-savvy flair and a touch of teenage style, the story explores how a little innovation can make shopping a whole lot easier.

Three Cheers for Betty

6 pp · Teen

Coach Jones

In "Three Cheers for Betty," Betty takes a stand when the cheerleading squad grows frustrated with their new, stricter coach—especially when some of the girls plan to complain to Mr. Weatherbee. But Betty, seeing the squad's routines improve under the coach’s guidance, steps in to defend her, even as tensions rise among the team.